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The Side Effects

The Side Effects

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5.0 
(1 review)
  • West Warwick, RI
  • Acoustic Band
  • Travels up to 60 miles
  • $250 and up
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Kiss From A Rose - Seal

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Bang Bang - Nancy Sinatra

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Unsteady - X Ambassadors (Produced)

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I'm Yours/Soul Sister/Price Tag/The Middle Mashup

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Radio/Video - System of a Down

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Overview

The Side Effects are Chris Whittier and Steve Johnson, both seasoned professionals in the New England music scene. We pride ourselves on an expansive range of song stylings, and an impressive vocal lead and backing harmonies. The Side Effects originated as an acoustic spin off of the party band Little Blue Pill, stripped down to appeal to an acoustic setting. From there we have continued to expand our repertoire to fit the needs our clients. We enjoy genre bending, mashups, and long walks on the beach.


1 Review

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Gary O. • June 24, 2019

The entertainment was enjoyed by all.

The Side Effects were prompt, professional, very talented and affordable. I recommend them for any event that wants some good musical entertainment.

Hired as:
Singing Guitarist, Acoustic Band
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Booking Info

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Price Range: $250 and up

Gig Length: 60 - 240 minutes

Languages: English

What to Expect

We provide our own sound equipment, which usually consists of a PA, 2 mic stands, vocal effect pedals, an acoustic guitar, and ipod stand for setlists and lyrics if needed. In general we typically prefer a 15 minute break after 75 minutes, but can be discussed depending on the events requirements. Dress requirements are fine if stated in advance. We prefer to stand, banter and interact with the intended audience to maintain interest and energy. We're always professional, and willing to work out whatever details are needed.

About

We've both been professionally performing for 10+ years in live gigs, weddings, and private events. Chris has been in both original and cover bands, and played venues such as the Worcester Palladium and the Dunkin Donuts Center. Steve is a music teacher, and is primarily a bassist for hire for professional gigs. He's played venues such as the VETS and the PPAC. We both played in a cover band Little Blue Pill for about 6 years, and have been playing in the Side Effects together since 2016.

Additional Booking Notes

I mentioned this in required equipment, but all we need is 2+ power outlets (grounded), and if it's an outdoor gig, shade is preferred. We CAN set up on grass, but a hard surface will certainly work better. And if there is any concern about weather, we would need to be somewhere covered so our equipment isn't at risk.

Services Offered

Acoustic Band Singing Guitarist

Past Booked Events

May 04, 2019 • 6:00pm - 8:00pm Sporting Event

Set List

Our set list is ever growing and changing. Please refer to our band's website for the most updated list. Songs can be learned upon request.

List as of 6/6/2018:
SMASHING PUMPKINS - 1979
2PAC - CALIFORNIA LOVE
4 NON BLONDES - WHAT'S UP?
AC/DC - YOU SHOOK ME ALL NIGHT LONG
ADELE - ROLLING IN THE DEEP
ALANIS MORRISSETTE - YOU OUGHTA KNOW
ALANNAH MYLES - BLACK VELVET
ALICE IN CHAINS - NO EXCUSES
ALICE IN CHAINS - ROOSTER
AMY WINEHOUSE - REHAB
AMY WINEHOUSE - VALERIE
BELL BIV DEVOE - POISON
BLACK EYED PEAS - GET IT STARTED
BON JOVI - LIVIN' ON A PRAYER
BOYZ II MEN - MOTOWNPHILLY
BRUNO MARS - LOCKED OUT OF HEAVEN
BUDDY HOLLY - WEEZER
CHRIS ISAAK - WICKED GAME
CHRIS STAPLETON - TENNESSEE WHISKEY
CRACKER - LOW
DAFT PUNK - GET LUCKY
DEPECHE MODE - ENJOY THE SILENCE
ED SHEERAN - I'M A MESS
EVE 6 - INSIDE OUT
FINGER ELEVEN - PARALYZER
FIONA APPLE - CRIMINAL
FLEETWOOD MAC - THE CHAIN
FOO FIGHTERS - EVERLONG
FUEL - HEMMORHAGE
FUEL - SHIMMER
FUN. - WE ARE YOUNG
GARBAGE - ONLY HAPPY WHEN IT RAINS
GEORGE MICHAEL - FAITH
GERSHWIN - SUMMERTIME
GLORIA GAYNOR - I WILL SURVIVE
GNARLS BARKLEY - CRAZY
GORILLAZ - CLINT EASTWOOD
GOTYE - SOMEBODY I USED TO KNOW
HOZIER - TAKE ME TO CHURCH
IMAGINE DRAGONS - RADIOACTIVE
INCUBUS - PARDON ME
INCUBUS - WARNING
JASON MRAZ - I'M YOURS
JEFFERSON AIRPLANE - WHITE RABBIT
JESSE J - PRICE TAG
JET - ARE YOU GONNA BE MY GIRL?
JIMMY EAT WORLD - THE MIDDLE
JOURNEY - DON'T STOP BELIEVING
KT TUNSTALL - BLACK HORSE AND THE CHERRY TREE
LADY GAGA - BAD ROMANCE
LINKIN PARK - CASTLE OF GLASS
LORDE - ROYALS
LYNARD SKYNARD - SIMPLE MAN
MAGIC! - RUDE
MARCY PLAYGROUND - SEX AND CANDY
MAROON 5 - MOVES LIKE JAGGER
MEGHAN TRAINOR - ALL ABOUT THAT BASS
MELISSA ETHERIDGE - I'M THE ONLY ONE
MILEY CYRUS - WRECKING BALL
MONTELL JORDAN - THIS IS HOW WE DO IT
MUMFORD & SONS - LITTLE LION MAN
MUSE - STARLIGHT
MUSE - UPRISING
NANCY SINATRA - BANG BANG
NEON TREES - ANIMAL
NIRVANA - HEART SHAPED BOX
NIRVANA - LITHIUM
NO ONE KNOWS - QUEENS OF THE STONE AGE
NORAH JONES - TURN ME ON
OUR LADY PEACE - SUPERMAN'S DEAD
OUTKAST - HEY YA!
OZZY OSBOURNE - CRAZY TRAIN
PAT BENATAR - HIT ME WITH YOUR BEST SHOT
PORTUGAL, THE MAN - FEEL IT STILL
RADIOHEAD - CREEP
RADIOHEAD - JUST
RED HOT CHILI PEPPERS - BREAKING THE GIRL
SEAL - KISS FROM A ROSE
SEVEN MARY THREE - CUMBERSOME
SIA - CHANDELIER
SIMPLE MINDS - DON'T YOU (FORGET ABOUT ME)
SINEAD O'CONNOR - NOTHING COMPARES 2 U
SNOOP DOGG - GIN & JUICE
SUBLIME - SANTERIA
SUBLIME - WHAT I GOT
SYSTEM OF A DOWN - RADIO/VIDEO
TALKING HEADS - PSYCHO KILLER
TAYLOR SWIFT - SHAKE IT OFF
THE ANIMALS - HOUSE OF THE RISING SUN
THE BEATLES - ELEANOR RIGBY
THE BEATLES - HEY JUDE
THE BEATLES - OH DARLING
THE BEE GEES - STAYIN' ALIVE
THE CRANBERRIES - DREAMS
THE CURE - LOVESONG
THE FOO FIGHTERS - TIMES LIKE THESE
THE ROLLING STONES - HONKY TONK WOMEN
THE ROLLING STONES - SYMPATHY FOR THE DEVIL
TLC - WATERFALLS
TOM PETTY - AMERICAN GIRL
TONI BRAXTON - UNBREAK MY HEART
TONIC - IF YOU COULD ONLY SEE
TOTO - AFRICA
TRACY BONHAM - MOTHER MOTHER
TRACY CHAPMAN - GIVE ME ONE REASON
TRAIN - HEY SOUL SISTER
WALK THE MOON - SHUT UP AND DANCE
WHEATUS - TEENAGE DIRTBAG
X AMBASSADORS - UNSTEADY
ZAK BROWN BAND - CHICKEN FRIED

Influences & Inspiration

Hard to pin this down being a cover band. I think we gravitate around 90's alternative and current pop hits, but we play anything.
We know a few country tunes.
We know a few rap tunes.
We like dance mashups.
We've got a lot of very mellow, slow dance/dinner time tunes.

We like to keep things interesting. If we can pull it off, mash it up, or put a new spin on an old tune, we're all for it. Check out the videos section for some samples.

Setup Requirements

Power Outlets (2 minimum)

Shade (If Outdoors)

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